Digital Pakistan: Building a Connected and Inclusive Digital Economy

Examining how satellite broadband, digital public infrastructure, and fintech reforms are transforming Pakistan into a more connected, transparent, and inclusive digital economy.

Pakistan’s digital transformation is no longer confined to urban centers. Through satellite broadband, NADRA-enabled governance, and real-time digital payments, the country is bridging geographic divides and embedding technology into the foundations of growth and state capacity.

The Empowerment Dividend

Examining how women’s empowerment in Pakistan has evolved from a social aspiration into a core driver of productivity, innovation, and inclusive national development.

Women’s empowerment in Pakistan is a catalyst for progress, fueling economic growth, innovation, and stronger governance. Empowered women are shaping the nation’s future and driving measurable development gains.

The Operational Reality on Ground.

Pakistan’s intelligence-based counterterrorism operations in Tirah Valley demonstrate a calibrated, lawful, and civilian-centered approach to dismantling entrenched extremist sanctuaries.

Tirah Valley, long exploited by Kharij networks and their facilitators, has been subjected to sustained intelligence-based operations (IBOs) rather than any conventional military offensive. Grounded in intelligence, community engagement, and the Bagh Joint Action Plan (BJAP), Pakistan’s approach prioritizes civilian protection, targeted neutralization of terrorists, and the restoration of long-term stability, countering persistent propaganda with verifiable facts.